Apus Peru Adventure Travel Specialists was born out of a love for Peru and a passion for adventure and the outdoors. Long before we decided to form the business, we spent every spare moment heading out into the mountains, exploring new routes and deepening our knowledge of Andean culture.
We founded Apus Peru in 2005. Our purpose was two-fold: to capture the spirit of discovery we felt every time we headed out into the mountains in our tours, and to extend the benefits of tourism beyond the narrow Cusco-Sacred Valley-Machu Picchu corridor.
Although we love the classic routes, like the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu, we just knew that Peru has so much more to offer – and we wanted to share this with like-minded travellers around the world.
We were also painfully aware of the exploitation that was rampant in the tourism industry, and knew we could do things differently. We exceed industry standards in every way, from pay rates to labour standards and sustainability practices. We also made a commitment to give back to the communities we trek through by hiring locals and supporting community development projects. We currently donate $20 per passenger to Threads of Peru, a Peruvian social enterprise committed to women’s empowerment and cultural preservation.
Read more about why you should choose Apus Peru for your next Peru trek, and what sets us apart.
Like slow food, we advocate slow tourism – taking the time to absorb, enjoy and savour the experience of exploring new places. No matter how much time you have, we believe there is no reason you can’t leave the crowds behind and connect with the REAL Peru.
Our innovative treks around Cusco are carefully crafted, reflecting our personal experiences in the Andes. We take you places where few other agencies venture, giving you a glimpse of a rarely seen side of Peru.
Together, we’ll explore magnificent Inca ruins like Choquequirao and Huchuy Qosqo, take in stunning vistas around Ausangate, Salkantay and Ancascocha, and immerse ourselves in Andean culture along the Lares route, destinations which often get lost in Machu Picchu’s shadow.
Our team offers top notch service, from the office staff to the guides to the porters, cooks and muleteers, all leaders in the local tourism industry.
With years of experience, we’ve honed our know-how in order to offer you expert guidance and insider information to help you plan and prepare for your trek.
Click through our resource guides to find everything you need to know before you go trekking in Peru:
Trip Planning | Trekking Info | Family Travel | Culture & Festivals
Destinations | Sustainable Travel | Apus Peru: On the Trail
The demands of motherhood and running a business have certainly impacted our lifestyles, but we are still travelers, and we are still dedicated to taking you off-the-beaten track to explore the Andes on unique, personalized journeys, creating memories that we hope will stay with you forever.
Off-the-beaten-track travel experiences connect you with the REAL Andes.
New and different routes designed to provide you with authentic experiences
Our personalized service guarantees a once-in-a-lifetime experience
We tread lightly and minimize negative impacts on culture and the environment
Truthful, transparent and ethical operations. We deal with everyone with integrity.
We create local opportunities and support positive community development.
To be a responsible and creative leader in the Peruvian tourism industry, designing and operating innovative, sustainable treks and tours that resoundingly demonstrate the positive impacts of ethical best practice.
Apus Peru Adventure Travel Specialists provides well-designed tours that connect travellers to Peru and its people, creating authentic, unforgettable travel experiences. We provide tours for people of varying ages and fitness levels that want to experience Peru within a range of comfort zones.
Apus Peru practices sustainable tourism, and appeals to the ethically conscious traveler. We care for the environment, our workers, and the local people, and constantly strive to improve our operations and services through self-evaluation, innovation and creativity.
In the pursuit of fair and responsible profit, we create and nurture a healthy and enjoyable working environment, in which our employees are fairly compensated and their work valued. We encourage our entire team to respect the customer and the quality of the service we provide.